Kerr cited the sacrifices the United States' Armed Forces has made to ensure our right to vote as another compelling reason to cast your ballot. He also said that if you choose not to vote, that’s your right, "but if you don’t vote, then you can't complain."

What about "sticking to sports?" Here's what Kerr had to say about those cries: "I’m not writing this as a coach. I’m writing as a father and a concerned citizen. We all have a platform these days. We should use it."

Dec. 3: Nets forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (24) thought he had a sweet one-handed flush, but Cavaliers defender Tristan Thompson (13) came through with the big block during the second half in Brooklyn. Wendell Cruz, USA TODAY Sports

Nov. 21: LeBron James greets former Cavaliers teammate Tristan Thompson after returning to Cleveland for the first time as a member of the Lakers. James got a hero's welcome, then rallied past his old team for a 109-105 Lakers win. David Richard, USA TODAY Sports

Nov. 17: Hornets guard Kemba Walker celebrates a big bucket late in the second half against the 76ers in Charlotte. Walker poured in a franchise-record 60 points on the night. Jim Dedmon, USA TODAY Sports

Nov. 3: Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) takes a forearm to the chops from Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) as they fight for position in the paint during the second half in San Antonio. Soobum Im, USA TODAY Sports

Nov. 1: Hawks guard and oldest player in the league Vince Carter (15) shows he's still got it with a slick pass around Kings defender Kosta Koufos (41) during the second half in Atlanta. Dale Zanine, USA TODAY Sports